King Charles III to address Congress amid US-UK tensions | Fox News Video

King Charles III is set to address a joint session of the U.S. Congress, marking a rare moment of diplomatic engagement amid rising tensions between the U.S. and UK over trade, intelligence sharing, and foreign policy alignment. The address is expected to influence perceptions of bilateral stability, with potential implications for cross-border capital flows and defense-related equities sensitive to Anglo-American coordination. Market reaction in sterling-denominated assets and UK-focused ETFs may hinge on rhetorical cues indicating improved cooperation or further strain. The transmission mechanism centers on political risk and investor confidence in UK-US policy alignment, particularly in defense, tech, and financial sectors. Traders will watch for immediate commentary from U.S. lawmakers post-speech as a signal of diplomatic tone and potential policy shifts.

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